Universal Chinese Greens Part 1: Stir-fry
All the basics about Chinese stir-frying, plus a basic and versatile recipe to practice with.
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Stir Fried Snow Peas and Lotus Root
Snow peas are easy to love and use. Fortunately the same can be said of the less familiar lotus root. They're even better together in this distinctive stir fry.
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Cranachan with Greengages or Raspberries
The classic Scottish summer dessert of fresh whipped cream, toasted oats with whisky, honey, and raspberries, plus the added charm of pureed greengage plums.
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Smoky Dried Chili Salsa (K'uut Bi Ik)
Nothing finishes a good Mexican recipe like a really great salsa. While cooked and fresh salsas are wonderful, it's hard to beat the simplicity and impact of k'uut bi ik - a Yucatecan salsa made from dried chilies and Seville orange juice. This variation incorporates garlic and smoky morita chipotle to give it a deeper and more rounded-out flavour.
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Universal Chinese Greens Part 3: Blanching and Dressing
Chinese greens can easily be blanched to make flavourful, simple sides. This method is very rewarding, and easy to apply to a wide variety of vegetables. This version features tatsoi (or bok choy) and a simple, universal braising liquid.
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Tacos y Sopa de Pollo Gastado
Stewing (spent) hens have a richer, deeper flavour that more than makes up for their less-tender meat. Get 2+ meals out of one with this pressure-cooker recipe!
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Tacos y Sopa de Pollo Gastado
Stewing (spent) hens have a richer, deeper flavour that more than makes up for their less-tender meat. Get 2+ meals out of one with this pressure-cooker recipe!
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Mapo Tofu
A Chinese classic, and one that comes in endless varieties, mapo tofu is a simple and delicious dish that's easy to make and easy to adjust to your tastes.
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Bún Măng Vịt (Vietnamese Duck Noodle Soup)
Bún Măng Vịt (Vietnamese Duck Vermicelli Noodle Soup) is one of the classics of Vietnamese cuisine. It is savory, flavorful, and delicious either with or without bamboo shoots.
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Pressure Cooker Puerco Pibil (Yucatecan Shredded Pork)
A classic and unforgettable Yucatecan Mexican dish, modified here for an electric pressure cooker. Scratch-made with wonderful ingredients, plus a smoky twist.
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